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Tutorial: Sew a set of cocktail napkins

March 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

“You know, you can only use a paper napkin once and then you have to throw it away.” These words of wisdom were offered to me by my 5-year-old daughter. And she’s right. So go for a greener solution with… Read more ...

Sneak Peek: Red Letter Day by Lizzie House

March 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Lizzie House is going to be releasing her new Red Letter Day fabric line soon! Be still my heart! (I’m still swooning over Lizzie Dish…) Want to see more? Check out the sneak peeks on her blog here and here… Read more ...

Tutorial: Turn a sweater vest into a dirndl

March 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Look at what Hannah from knick knacks & ric rac did with a thrifted sweater vest. She turned it into a dirndl! Brilliant!! And if that’s not enough, she gives a tutorial to show you how it’s done. Get the … Read more ...

Sneak Peek: Daisy Janie’s upcoming Urbana line

March 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Take a look at the soon-to-be-released Urbana fabric line from Daisy Janie! The line has 5 designs in 3 colorways, and is printed on 100% organic cotton sateen. See more at Daisy Janie’s blog or at her business website.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Spring clean your sewing machine

March 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

As spring arrives, our thoughts turn to cleaning. We spruce up our houses, thin out our closets, sweep the dust off of the porch. But what about your sewing machine? This trusty partner of yours needs a spring cleaning, too. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a jacket for your little canine Dog friend

March 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Just because your she has a fur coat doesn’t mean that she doesn’t need an extra layer of warmth now and then. Your little doggie will know you love her with this handmade jacket. Find out how to make one… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a zakka pincushion for your wrist

March 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Keep your sewig pins right at hand with this pincushion that you wear on your wrist. Find out how to make one from The Storque. Get the tute. [tags]sewing, tutorial, pincushion, wrist[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Hot pads to keep your hands cool

March 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Just because hot pads are functional doesn’t mean they need to be tacky. Take these hot pads designed by The Sometimes Crafter, for instance. The reverse applique shapes show off the contrasting fabric layered behind. Want to know how to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffle skirt from a pair of jeans

March 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

applehead shows how to make a ruffle skirt using an old pair of jeans. She uses the top of the jeans as the top of the skirt, and then attaches several ruffled tiers of lightweight fabric. So simple, so cute! … Read more ...

Tutorial: Small boxy zippered pouch

March 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

three bears shows how to make one of these small boxy pouches. At 4.5 inches long, 3 inches high and 2 inches deep, these squarish bags are perfect for small bulky objects like nail polish or lipsticks. Get the tute!… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Brown baggin’ it in felt

March 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This lunch is zero-calorie, zero-fat-gram and jam-packed with fun! Skip to My Lou shows how to make this entire sack lunch from craft felt. A “paper” bag, sandwich, chips, and dessert are included. I love the stitching on the potato… Read more ...

Tutorial: Zippered pencil bag

March 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

The Monkey Basket has a tutorial for making these fun pencil bags. Seriously, have school supplies ever been so chic?? Get the tutorial. [tags]sewing, tutorial, pencil, bag, zipper[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple gathered skirt for little girls

March 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Two Little Banshees posts a tutorial to make this simple gathered skirt. She sized this for a 2-year-old, but you can easily adjust the size up or down for an older or younger child. Pair this with a simple tank… Read more ...

Linen and lace garland, oh my!!

March 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Check out this linen and lace bunting made by Ravenhill! I love this so much! The natural linen contrasts with the delicate doilies. The square flags are the perfect partner for the intricate shapes appliqued on to them. See more … Read more ...

Cool idea: Tank top to sleeveless cardigan

March 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Technically, there’s no sewing in this project. But, it does involve cutting fabric and it really is such a cool idea. Mollie at Wild Olive wanted a sleeveless cardigan, and looked to her existing clothing as a source. She simply… Read more ...